Fried sea bass
8 servings
35 minutes
Fried sea bass is an elegant and simple dish of European cuisine that captivates with its crispy golden crust and tender, juicy flavor. Sea bass has long been valued for its soft and slightly sweet meat, making it perfect for frying. In this recipe, the fish is cooked in deep oil, acquiring an appetizing crust, while the finishing touch is aromatic butter with lemon juice and parsley. This is not just a cooking method but a true art of preserving texture and flavor. The dish is ideal for special occasions or Mediterranean-style dinners. Serve it with a light salad or roasted vegetables to highlight its refined taste. The simplicity of the recipe makes it accessible even for novice cooks, and the result is guaranteed to impress.
1
Make two shallow cuts on each side of the fish. Season the inside and outside with salt.
- Salt: to taste
2
In a deep fryer or deep skillet, heat the oil to 180–190 degrees (you can check with a cube of yesterday's bread: at this temperature, it should brown within 30 seconds).
- Corn oil: 500 ml
3
Coat the fish in flour and fry in hot oil two pieces at a time until golden brown. Transfer the cooked fish to a warmed plate and keep warm while the other portions are being prepared.
- Sea bass: 2.4 kg
- Wheat flour: 50 g
4
When all the fish portions are ready, drain the vegetable oil from the pan and add butter, melting it over low heat.
- Corn oil: 500 ml
- Butter: 25 g
5
Remove the pan from heat and add lemon juice and parsley. Return the pan to heat and warm, stirring the oil with the juice constantly. Drizzle the finished oil over the fish and serve immediately.
- Lemon: 1 piece
- Chopped parsley: 1 tablespoon